A flavorful and hearty breakfast casserole made with buttery croissants, shredded chicken, eggs, and melty cheese. Perfect for holidays, brunches, or prepping ahead for busy mornings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
4 croissants, torn into chunks
2–2½ cups cooked shredded chicken
8 large eggs
2 cups whole milk or half-and-half
1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
½ tsp garlic powder
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
2 green onions, chopped
Butter or spray for greasing
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
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Layer croissant pieces in the bottom of the dish.
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Add shredded chicken evenly over croissants.
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Sprinkle with most of the cheese and green onions.
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Whisk together eggs, milk, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
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Pour egg mixture over the casserole and gently press down.
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Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
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Remove foil, add remaining cheese, and bake for 15–20 minutes more.
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Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.